What should a prediabetic eat?

Prediabetes Diet

Eat More Veggies. 1 / 12. Plant-based fiber fills you up without raising blood sugar.
Cut Back on Starchy Vegetables. 2 / 12.
Snack on Fruit. 3 / 12.
Choose Whole Grains. 4 / 12.
Add More Nuts and Seeds. 5 / 12.
Add Some Protein. 6 / 12.
Avoid Sugary Drinks. 7 / 12.
Limit Added Sugars. 8 / 12.

Is 104 pre diabetic?

A fasting blood sugar level from 100 to 125 mg/dL (5.6 to 7.0 mmol/L ) is considered prediabetes. This result is sometimes called impaired fasting glucose. A fasting blood sugar level of 126 mg/dL (7.0 mmol/L ) or higher indicates type 2 diabetes.

Is blood sugar 105 high?

Fasting blood sugar test A fasting blood sugar level below 100 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) — 5.6 millimoles per liter (mmol/L) — is considered normal. A fasting blood sugar level from 100 to 125 mg/dL (5.6 to 7.0 mmol/L ) is considered prediabetes. This result is sometimes called impaired fasting glucose.

Is 140 a good blood sugar level?

A normal blood sugar level is less than 140 mg/dL. If the level is between 140 and 199 mg/dL, the patient has impaired glucose intolerance, also called pre-diabetes. A level of 200 or greater indicates diabetes.

Is 120 a good sugar level?

Although 120 is not too high, ideally you do want to gain very good control of your blood sugar levels by following a healthy diet and doing regular exercise. If you can get your fasting level between 90-100 mg/dl (5-5.5 mmol/l), and your 2 hour reading between 120-140 mg/dl (6.6-7.8 mmol/l) then that is optimal.

What is considered a high blood sugar level?

Anything over 120 mg/dl is what is considered high blood sugar and once blood sugar levels reach 140 mg/dl they begin to damage the body.

What is the normal blood glucose level for diabetes?

According to the American Diabetes Association, a normal fasting blood glucose level is less than 100 mg/dL. You may be considered a prediabetic if your fasting glucose is between 100 and 125 mg/dL.